June 11, 2025

Initiate with Impact: Filing a Robust ITC Investigation Complaint

Explore a comprehensive roadmap for filing a complaint in a Section 337 Investigation with the International Trade Commission (ITC) that asserts patent infringement and seeks a limited exclusion order. This template covers every critical detail—from establishing jurisdiction and standing by describing the domestic industry and the complainant's ownership of the asserted patents, to laying out the specific elements...

June 11, 2025

From Grow House to Doghouse—When Cannabis Cultivation Goes Up in Smoke

Explore property insurance considerations that arise when an insured’s basement weed operation isn’t in the policy. Read now » Related Content Cannabis: Guidance for Real Property Owners Learn about key considerations real property owners should evaluate when deciding whether to leverage the use of real property assets within the cannabis industry, with a focus on leasing transactions. ...

June 11, 2025

The Doctor Will e-See You Now: Telehealth Law Unpacked

Check out this practice note from Practical Guidance – Healthcare covering the legal and regulatory framework governing telehealth services in the United States, including licensure requirements, HIPAA and state privacy laws, telehealth reimbursement policies, prescribing regulations, and fraud and abuse risks. It addresses federal and state telehealth regulations, compliance strategies, risk mitigation measures...

June 11, 2025

Mortgage Servicing Issues and Regulatory Considerations

Mortgage servicers should prepare for the CFPB’s forthcoming final rule, expected in July 2025, which aims to streamline compliance and strengthen borrower protections. The final rule is expected to cover compliance requirements including disclosure standards, timely error resolution, and enhanced protections for borrowers in default. In advance of the final ruling, review this practice note providing compliance...

June 11, 2025

Essential Resources for Oil & Gas Lending Professionals

Unlock the potential of the oil and gas industry with our comprehensive Oil & Gas Lending Resource Kit. This resource kit includes links to detailed practice notes, templates, videos, and checklists to guide legal professionals through the complexities of oil and gas (O&G) lending. Enhance your expertise and stay ahead in the energy finance sector with these invaluable resources. Read now » Related Content...

June 11, 2025

Summer is the Time for Everyone to Prepare for Another Winter of War in Europe

Energy markets in Europe weathered a relatively mild winter filled with war. European countries have taken steps to protect their energy infrastructure and have largely weaned themselves off Russian natural gas thanks to the help of American-produced liquified natural gas. But, with hostilities remaining in full swing, winter weather is just a few short months away. Help your domestic and international clients prepare...

June 11, 2025

Crypto Corner: Including Crypto Currency Investment in Retirement Plans

In late May, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued Compliance Assistance Release No. 2025-01 , which rescinds Compliance Assistance Release No. 2022-1 , published by the Biden Administration. The earlier release had advised 401(k) plan fiduciaries to avoid including cryptocurrencies as direct investment options in their retirement plans, urging 401(k) plan fiduciaries to exercise "extreme care" when considering...

June 11, 2025

Global Data Transfer Simplified: New CBPR Certification Launched

Starting June 2, 2025, organizations can apply for the new global Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) certification, enabling seamless data transfers across participating countries. This voluntary certification is initially available to companies in Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, and the United States. With nine member countries and four associates, the forum aims to expand its reach, inviting more nations to join. ...

June 11, 2025

A Look Into New York's Cannabis Regulations

Curious about how New York’s cannabis industry really works? Dive into this comprehensive guide to cannabis regulation in New York, breaking down everything from licensing and compliance to social equity and legal challenges. Whether you're a business owner, advocate, or just interested in the legal landscape, this is your roadmap to understanding and thriving in New York’s evolving cannabis market. ...

June 11, 2025

Drafting Subscription Agreements in Connection with Private Placements

When engaging in a private placement of limited liability company (LLC) interests, it is essential to tailor the requisite agreements to the corporate form and the circumstances of the LLC. Use this template to draft a short-form subscription agreement in connection with a private placement in which LLC membership interests are sold to an investor. Read now » Related Content Private Placement Memorandum...

June 11, 2025

Why Training Partners to Supervise AI Is Now a Priority

Discover how law firms are leading the way in integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations by equipping their senior partners with essential skills in prompt engineering. Some firms have implemented innovative training programs, designed to ensure that all team members, including senior partners, are well-prepared to meet new ethical obligations and competency requirements. Learn how this...

June 11, 2025

Navigating the Insurance Maze in Mass-Tort Bankruptcies: Strategies for Success

In the complex world of mass-tort bankruptcies, insurance coverage often becomes the linchpin for successful reorganization. From understanding the role of insurance in bankruptcy to navigating settlement negotiations and litigation, this expertly drafted practice note offers invaluable insights for legal professionals. Read now » Related Content Mass-Tort Bankruptcies Review this practice note for a discussion...

June 04, 2025

The Evolving Landscape of Anti-Corruption, Anti-Bribery, and Fraud Enforcement: Client Alert Digest

In the wake of the Trump administration's temporary pause of enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the global anti-corruption landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. Read this client alert digest for details on the Trump administration’s policy regarding the FCPA, state and international anticorruption enforcement, civil litigation responses, guidance, and more. Read now »...

June 04, 2025

Next-Gen Legal Minds: How AI is Redefining the Job Hunt

In today's fast-changing legal landscape, a new trend has emerged among upcoming legal talent. Approximately 20% of law students are now harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to craft their summer associate applications, raising intriguing questions about how technology intersects with traditional recruiting practices. Check out fresh perspectives on applicant preparation and the evolving methods used...

June 04, 2025

Supreme Court Limits Sovereign Immunity in Bankruptcy Avoidance Actions

Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Bankruptcy Code's abrogation of sovereign immunity under Section 106(a) does not extend to state law claims in avoidance actions under Bankruptcy Code Section 544(b). The decision resolves a long-standing circuit split and has significant implications for bankruptcy trustees and debtors-in-possession seeking to maximize the value of the bankruptcy estate. Check out this...

June 03, 2025

The “One, Big, Beautiful” Bill: How Big Should it Be?

The budget reconciliation bill passed the House of Representatives by a one-vote margin, 215 to 214, and soon will be considered by Senate committees. The day before the House vote, the Rules Committee had voted 8-4 along party lines to approve a rule on the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act, or H.R. 1, after more than 21 hours of debate. The bill, if passed by the Senate in its current form, would renew and make permanent...

June 03, 2025

Housing Discrimination State Law Survey

State regulations on housing discrimination protect individuals even when they are not otherwise included under federal law. Explore this U.S. 50 state, District of Columbia, and U.S. territories law survey for key jurisdictional housing discrimination laws, including procedures and limitations to bringing administrative complaints and civil actions, and administrative and judicial remedies. Read now » Related...

June 03, 2025

Market Trends 2024: What AI-related Provisions are Appearing in Acquisition Agreements?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future consideration—it’s a core component of how businesses operate today. From automating workflows to powering proprietary tools, AI is reshaping company value and risk profiles. As a result, acquisition agreements are evolving to address AI use across key provisions, including covenants, closing conditions, and representations and warranties. See what’s...

June 03, 2025

AI Key Considerations Checklist

This checklist covers the applicability of artificial intelligence (AI) in areas critical to life sciences and healthcare companies, including data privacy, intellectual property, and research and development. Read now » Related Content FDA Artificial Intelligence (AI) Regulatory Activity Tracker Get action items for attorneys including effective dates and compliance dates, deadlines for submitting comments...

June 03, 2025

Be Diligent: See Our New L&E Issues in Business Transactions Checklist

Do you need to understand key labor and employment considerations for companies and their legal counsel navigating mergers and acquisitions and other business transactions? Review our recently published checklist, Labor and Employment Issues in Business Transactions Checklist , by Keely Jac Collins and John M. McCall of Jackson Lewis P.C. Read now » Related Content Business Transactions: Labor and Employment...

June 03, 2025

Beyond the Boilerplate: Enhanced Trademark License Agreement

Review an enhanced trademark license agreement template drafted in favor of the licensor. This template includes extensive alternate and optional clauses to fully customize your agreement, while at the same time safeguarding the licensor's brand and maximizing the benefits derived from the licensing arrangement. Read now » Related Content Trademark License Agreement (With Enhanced Fallback Provisions...

June 03, 2025

Doctor Algorithm Will See You Now—But Should It Handle Your Workers' Comp Claim Too?

Explore with renowned workers’ compensation jurist Robert G. Rassp how artificial intelligence (AI) fits in the context of medicine and law and whether a legitimate role, if any, exists for the use of AI in the context of workers' compensation cases. Read now » Related Content Artificial Intelligence: A Judge's View of Generative AI Discover a judge's insights into the use of generative...

June 03, 2025

Physician Recruitment Under the Microscope

Check out this practice note from Practical Guidance – Healthcare that offers an introduction to physician recruitment strategies by hospitals, with a focus on how these strategies are governed by the fraud and abuse regulations set forth in the Stark Law and the federal Anti-Kickback Statute. Read now » Related Content Physician-Hospital Contracts Learn about the specific health law issues arising...

June 03, 2025

Bank Examination Privilege Compliance Checklist

A recent federal court ruling challenging banks’ use of the bank examination privilege to withhold confidential supervisory information (CSI) and regulatory examination reports signals increased judicial scrutiny of the privilege and a greater willingness to allow disclosure in litigation. While the privilege is held by banking regulators, banks often invoke it during discovery. Examine this bank examination privilege...

June 03, 2025

Covenant-Lite Loan Trends

Review this new market trend practice note for an overview of covenant-lite loans in today’s market. The note discusses recent market trends in publicly filed covenant-lite credit agreements since the second half of 2024. The term covenant-lite broadly refers to borrower-friendly loan transactions having limited or no maintenance-based financial covenants. Read now » Related Content Financial Covenants...